For the Future of Our Work
Decolonizing Our Classrooms through Heutagogy and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Abstract
We are using generative artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our efforts at ADC to decolonize teaching and learning. Technologies such as ChatGPT can be resources by which to practice heutagogy (self-determined learning) in the classroom, a pedagogical approach that invites more inclusivity and creativity. We have designed an REB-approved experiment to leverage AI in our classrooms as a decolonizing resource that empowers diverse graduates and helps them imagine how to use AI in their diverse future work contexts. We have designed an ADC Course Content Creator AI tool and are using it to create and deliver a 10-week course on AI, ethics, and pastoral ministry. The session will highlight the theories behind our experiment, includingcomparative “gogies” (pedagogy, andragogy, and heutagogy) and their connections with decolonization1 as well as the case for including heutagogy across academic disciplines.2 We will reflect on challenges and opportunities of AI as a heutagogical resource that can offer decolonized, personalized learning experiences for diverse students.
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